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Red Hot Patriot

Red Hot Patriot (2012)

Red Hot Patriot (2012)

Red Hot Patriot
by Margaret and Allison Engel

Satire is traditionally the weapon of the powerless against the powerful. I only aim at the powerful. When satire is aimed at the powerless, it is not only cruel – it’s vulgar.”
– Molly Ivins

Production History
October 25 – 28, 2012 : work | space :: Denver, CO
November 2 – 10, 2012 : The Aurora Fox :: Aurora, CO
November 15 – 30, 2013 : The Dairy Center :: Boulder, CO

Awards
Best Drama, True West Award Nomination
Best Actress in a Drama (Rhonda Brown), True West Award Nomination
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play (Rhonda Brown), Henry Award Nomination
Best Political Theatre, Best of Westword 2013

The Company
Producers: A. Zeik Saidman & Brian Freeland
Associate Producer: Alana Smart
Direction: Brian Freeland
Stage Management: Tommy Sheridan
Lighting Design: Jacob M. Welch
Scenic Design: David Lafont
Sound Design: Max Peterson
Costume Design: Sharon McClaury
Publicity: Gloria Shanstrom

Ensemble
Rhonda Brown: Molly Ivins
Rhea Amos: The Helper

A very special thank you to our original production sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: C. Richard and Marianne Reinisch Foundation | Sponsors: ACLU of Colorado, Brett Family Foundation, In memory of Joel Ehrlich, Caroline Lapp and Phil Barber, & John P. Oppenheim, PC, Attorney at Law | Beloveds: Bob Drake, Bruce & Jaren Ducker, Dr. Bob & Marilyn Fried, Paul & Jean Kottke, Elaine Selberg & Dan Recht, Jane & Stan Thalman, & Jan Temple